The Case for Gold
The Case for Gold covers the history of gold in the United States, arguing that its breakdown was caused by governments. It explains the merit of having sound money: prices reflect market realities, the government stays in check, and the people retain their freedom. This book holds up as an excellent blueprint for moving beyond paper money and into the age of sound money. In particular, The Case for Gold favors complete monetary freedom to use any commodity as money, to make contracts in any money, and an end to the monopolization and printing power of the Federal Reserve.
In 1982, Ron Paul served on the US Gold Commission to evaluate the role of Gold in the monetary system.
The Case for Gold is an authoritative book that has been acclaimed by policy analysts, congressional leaders, and investment experts alike.
Originally commissioned by the U.S. Gold Commission and subsequently issued as a minority report of the Commission, The Case for Gold was the first official U.S. government investigation into the feasibility of Gold standards in more than 120 years.
Contents
History of Money and Banking in the United States Before the 20th Century
Money and Banking in the United States in the 20th Century
Case for Monetary Freedom
Real Money: The Case for the Gold Standard
Transition to Monetary Freedom
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